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The Vester Hughes Award

Watch CFT's Vester Hughes Award video honoring John Bergner below.


View photos from the 2022 Vester Hughes Award Ceremony

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About the Vester Hughes Award


IMG_1364.jpgCFT created the Vester Hughes Award in honor of Vester Hughes’ legacy, his longstanding commitment to charitable causes, and his support of the organization’s philanthropic initiatives. Hughes first began working with CFT in 1958 and served as its general counsel or senior tax counsel for more than 50 years. During his tenure, CFT grew into one of the most prominent and trusted community foundations in the country. As legal counsel for W.W. Caruth, Jr., Hughes helped create the W.W. Caruth, Jr. Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas, which continues to grant millions of dollars to the community. Hughes embodied the principle of honoring donor intent, as he guided the foundation through the investing and grant making of the W.W. Caruth, Jr. Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas.  

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CFT's Vester Hughes Award Recipient

“John Bergner embodies the best qualities of Vester Hughes, and we are excited to recognize him as our 2022 Vester Hughes Award Recipient,” said Dave Scullin, CFT president and CEO. “CFT has witnessed firsthand the incredible impact John makes in support of the causes that matter most to him, and the mentorship he provides to many in his field.”

Past Recipients
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2019: Kathy Muldoon, CFP, Senior Vice President of Carter Financial Management

2017: Jack M. Kinnebrew of Strasburger & Price, LLP

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